Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary in Oklahoma: $94,518 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Oklahoma's 27 metropolitan areas, the average median nuclear medicine technologist pay sits at $94,518/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2033. Because Oklahoma sits at BEA RPP 88.9 (11% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $106,319 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Tulsa ($97,310), Broken Arrow ($92,137), Norman ($91,336).
The projected average median salary for nuclear medicine technologists in Oklahoma in 2026 is $94,518, which is 11.2% below the national median of $106,398. The salary range among cities varies significantly, with Tulsa being the highest-paying city at $102,137 and Sand Springs the lowest at $86,938, reflecting a difference of $15,199. This variation can be attributed to factors such as the local cost of living, demand for medical imaging services, and the presence of specialized healthcare facilities. In Oklahoma, nuclear medicine technologists must meet specific state licensing requirements and follow established scope of practice laws that can influence employment opportunities. The job market in this field is projected to grow at an annual rate of 4.96%, driven by increasing demand for diagnostic imaging and advancements in nuclear medicine technology. With a total employment figure of 369 nuclear medicine technologists, key cities contributing to this growth include Broken Arrow at $96,707, Norman at $95,866, and Oklahoma City at $95,136. Understanding these dynamics can help prospective technologists navigate their career path effectively in Oklahoma’s healthcare landscape.
Oklahoma Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Oklahoma: $67,992 (lowest entry-level) to $129,672 (highest top earner)
Oklahoma vs National Average
Oklahoma nuclear medicine technologists earn 11.17% less than the national median ($-11,880/year difference).
Oklahoma Nuclear Medicine Technologist Salary Distribution (2026)
Nuclear Medicine Technologist salaries in Oklahoma range from $73,146 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $115,150 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $94,518. The Oklahoma median is $11,880 below the US national median of $106,398. The average hourly rate is $45.44/hr. Approximately 369 nuclear medicine technologists are employed across 27 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$75,586
2025 BLS Actual
$90,051
2026 Current Est.
$94,518
2019–2027 Growth
+31.2%
Salary Trajectory for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Oklahoma (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.96% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $75,586 | Actual |
| 2020 | $72,305 | Actual |
| 2021 | $77,261 | Actual |
| 2022 | $80,719 | Actual |
| 2023 | $84,910 | Actual |
| 2024 | $76,848 | Actual |
| 2025 | $90,051 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $94,518 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $99,206 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Oklahoma metropolitan area, the median nuclear medicine technologist salary grew 19.1% from $75,586 (2019) to $90,051 (2025). At a 4.96% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $99,206 by 2027 — a total increase of $23,620 (31.25%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Oklahoma metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 4.96% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Oklahoma
Lowest Paying Cities in Oklahoma
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Sand Springs | $86,938 |
| Ponca City | $87,878 |
| Durant | $88,554 |
| Del City | $88,938 |
| Sapulpa | $89,208 |
Best Value Cities for Nuclear Medicine Technologists in Oklahoma
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Oklahoma cities offer the most purchasing power for nuclear medicine technologists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $102,137 | 89.214 | $114,485 |
| Broken Arrow | $96,707 | 88.9 | $108,782 |
| Norman | $95,866 | 88.9 | $107,836 |
| Enid | $94,590 | 88.9 | $106,400 |
| Moore | $94,583 | 88.9 | $106,393 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Oklahoma
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $73,146 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $94,518 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $115,150 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Oklahoma metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 27 Cities in Oklahoma
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tulsa | $102,137 |
| 2 | Broken Arrow | $96,707 |
| 3 | Norman | $95,866 |
| 4 | Oklahoma City | $95,136 |
| 5 | Enid | $94,590 |
| 6 | Moore | $94,583 |
| 7 | Midwest City | $93,740 |
| 8 | Yukon | $93,420 |
| 9 | Lawton | $93,084 |
| 10 | Bartlesville | $92,796 |
| 11 | Owasso | $92,209 |
| 12 | Muskogee | $92,114 |
| 13 | Stillwater | $92,012 |
| 14 | Shawnee | $91,923 |
| 15 | Edmond | $91,301 |
| 16 | Tahlequah | $90,801 |
| 17 | Bixby | $90,660 |
| 18 | Jenks | $90,317 |
| 19 | Claremore | $90,125 |
| 20 | Altus | $89,677 |
| 21 | Ardmore | $89,515 |
| 22 | Bethany | $89,514 |
| 23 | Sapulpa | $89,208 |
| 24 | Del City | $88,938 |
| 25 | Durant | $88,554 |
| 26 | Ponca City | $87,878 |
| 27 | Sand Springs | $86,938 |
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Written by Alexandra Chen, MS, CNMT
Career Analyst
Alexandra has 10 years of experience in nuclear medicine. She specializes in PET imaging at a community hospital. She analyzes trends in the nuclear medicine job market.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 4.96% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 nuclear medicine technologist compensation across Oklahoma. State averages are employment-weighted across 27 metro areas — larger metro areas with more nuclear medicine technologistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.96%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for nuclear medicine technologists (SOC 29-2033).
Compiled and verified by Alexandra Chen, MS, CNMT, a licensed nuclear medicine technologist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov